Diabetic

[Catshel]

Can anyone help I'm off to icmeler in 2 wks and I'm a newly diagnosed diabetic and take insulin. Would it be best to take the insulin wrapped around a freezer block to keep it cold till I get there as it should be stored in a fridge. Also does this and my needles etc go in my hand luggage. Thanks in advance

[dksbbs]

Can anyone help I'm off to icmeler in 2 wks and I'm a newly diagnosed diabetic and take insulin. Would it be best to take the insulin wrapped around a freezer block to keep it cold till I get there as it should be stored in a fridge. Also does this and my needles etc go in my hand luggage. Thanks in advance

I can't help with regards to the iceblock but I would say you should carry it in your handluggage, what would happen to you if you lost it?

It may be worth getting a letter from your GP stating that you are diabetic for security at the airport, may save a bit of explaining.

Dave

[Diane Rigby]

When my sons girlfriend travels she packs her insulin/neddles in the suitcase but makes sure she has enough in her hand luggage in case the cases are delayed. She doesn't usually put an ice block in but that does sound a good idea. She also carries a letter with her from the diabetic nurse to say that she is diabetic and needs to take insulin. Hope this helps.

[dksbbs]

I have just found this on the internet

•There are no restrictions on flying with well-controlled diabetes.1,2,11
•Insulin-dependent diabetics are normally required to have a letter of authorisation from their doctor to allow carriage of needles in their hand luggage. Insulin should be carried in a cool bag or pre-cooled vacuum flask.
•Insulin should not be stored in the hold as temperatures may cause it to freeze and denature.
•Special consideration needs to be given to insulin dosing regimens on long-haul flights, depending on the direction of travel and movement across time zones. Advice from a diabetes specialist may be needed. However, as a general rule:1
◦When travelling east and if more than 2 hours are lost, it may be necessary to take fewer units with intermediate or long-acting insulin.
◦When travelling west and the day is extended by more than 2 hours, supplemental short-acting insulin, or an increased dose of intermediate-acting insulin may be needed.
•Sugar tablets and snacks to prevent episodes of hypoglycaemia should be carried.

Full link at http://www.patient.co.uk/doctor/Flying- ... itions.htm

Dave

[stevew]

Hi Catshel,
My son is insulin dependant, when we went to Icmeler he carried his Insulin, Needles, and Testers in hand luggage. (can freeze in hold,or get lost) Take extra supplies i.e. spare pens, insulin, it can always come back. Get a letter from Clinic or Hospital to say you are Insulin dependant, you should have no problems. Remember to have the letter handy at security. My son has travelled numerous times without any hassle. Any other questions please ask or mail me.
Enjoy Steve

[dksbbs]

Another good article at http://clinical.diabetesjournals.org/co ... /2/86.full

Dave

[Diane Rigby]

We had a blood meter break on us one year and had to by a new one from the chemist. So I would say take a spare and keep it in the fridge (we think it overheated).

[dimrie]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Insulin-Wallets ... 775&sr=1-2 Would this be any help to you ?

Diane

PS or this http://www.amazon.co.uk/cooling-insulin ... 75&sr=1-11

[onceposh]

Hi
I travelled to Icmeler with hubby who is diabetic. Just thought I would add to take a repeat prescription with you then if the worst does happen you can go to any chemist and know exactly what you need.

[Catshel]

Thanks to all for the good info much appreciated x